Celebrity Big Brother 2016: When does Big Brother start? Your complete guide to this year’s explosive new series of CBB
Here's everything you need to know about this year's Celebrity Big Brother
AS final preparations are made ahead of the brand new series of Celebrity Big Brother, here's an essential guide of everything you need to know.
From confirmed contestants to hopeful housemates, we've got answers to every show related question with our updated guide ahead of this week's big launch.
When will it start?
The latest series is set to begin on Thursday July 28 at 9pm on Channel 5.
When will it end?
A spokesperson for the show was unable to confirm an exact end date yet, but the series is believed to last approximately three weeks.
Will the house get a makeover?
Despite there being just a two day turn around between the current Big Brother housemates moving out and the celebrities moving in, a source has revealed the house will still be receiving a “shiny new look” ahead of their arrival.
Where is the house?
The house is located at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood, Herfordshire. In the first two series of the popular British TV show, it was nestled in Bow, London, but later moved to up security as the programme grew in popularity.
What else do we know?
Big Brother bosses have been teasing something huge as momentum builds.
A brand new trailer shows the camera panning across an array of beach gear while the voice over asks: “Which beach bod is going in?”
Will Emma Willis and Rylan still be involved?
Emma will be hosting the main show, with Rylan continuing to host his hilarious Big Brother’s Bit On The Side spin-off.
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Who’s going in?
The Sun Online can exclusively reveal the first bunch of contestants confirmed for the brand new CBB series, which kicks off on Thursday, below:
Marnie Simpson
As The Sun Online exclusively revealed, Geordie Shore babe, Marnie, 24, will enter the house. She stripped off for a very sexy shoot prior to entering and will follow in the footsteps of her MTV co-stars Scotty T and Charlotte Crosby – both of whom have won the show.
Lewis Bloor
The CBB bosses are hoping that hunky Lewis, 26, will draw in the big storylines in the series that kicks off on July 28th, and potentially find love with one of the other sexy sign-ups. He’s certainly no stranger to living his life on camera following his TOWIE success.
Stephen Bear
Vicky Pattison’s ex boyfriend Stephen, who has also appeared on Ex On The Beach, is set to cause his former flame a bit of headache when he enters the house, as The Sun Online exclusively revealed. A source close to the star tells us: “[Vicky] absolutely despises him – and he’s such a wind-up merchant he’ll probably delight in spilling the beans on their time together.”
Grant Bovey
Anthea Turner’s ex husband Grant has snapped up an offer of £100,000 to appear on the show. The property magnate was declared bankrupt in 2010 and a source told us the offer was “too good to turn down.” He will follow in Anthea’s footsteps, when she appeared in the show’s first celebrity version 15 years ago.
Katie Waissel
A source exclusively told The Sun online that she had been bragging about her new chance at fame as she recently flew back to the UK from her new hometown of Los Angeles. She was overheard boasting in the BA first class lounge: "I shouldn’t tell you this, but I’m going to be in Celebrity Big Brother."
Chloe Khan
The 24-year-old, who was famously kicked off the X Factor in 2010 due to her behaviour, has put her troubled past behind her in recent years in favour of an extravagant jet set lifestyle that involves her travelling the world in private jets and modelling for Playboy. Now it seems she’s ready for her next big challenge after we first reported in May that the beauty is set to move into the infamous house.
Renee Graziano
Fiery Mob Wives star Renee Graziano is the series most controversial booking, with a source telling us: “Producers think she'll bring controversy from the get go - and anyone who crosses her will regret it. She's one of the most recognisable reality stars in the States, Mob Wives was a huge hit there.”
Beth Chapman
Dog The Bounty Hunter’s crook-catching wife will also be flying the flag for America in the house. Beth Chapman, who stars alongside hubby Duane on the cult reality show, has also been confirmed for the show.
Christopher Biggins
The 67-year-old former I'm A Celeb winner has signed a staggering £150,000 deal to appear on the show. Following his stint in the jungle, Christopher has starred in Celebrity Come Dine With Me, Channel 4’s Celebrity Five Go To…, cookery programme Celebrity Masterchef and a celebrity
Who else is rumoured to be joining them?
David Cassidy
The 66-year-old crooner is said to be wanted by the bosses as he isn’t afraid to speak his mind – so much so they’ve reportedly offered him a whopping £100k to appear in the current series.
Lil Kim
The rapper is believed to have been offered an amount she couldn’t refuse to take part on the show. It’s thought the 41-year-old might be getting the biggest pay out in the show’s history.
Celia Kay
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud's ex-lover Celia Kay has also been tipped to enter the house. The beauty hit the headlines following their fling in 2014.
Lauren Murray
Despite previously stating she'll "never do TV again" following her stint on the X Factor in 2015, Lauren's name has been repeatedly linked to the current series.
Helen Lederer
Absolutely Fabulous star Helen, 61, recently revealed to The Sun she's been approached several times to appear on the show but has previously declined, telling us: "They did ask me once before but I was doing Calendar Girls [in 2009] and I was quite pleased they wouldn't let me out." Could she finally be about to say yes?
Anyone else?
Tulisa
Bosses have repeatedly offered Tulisa half a million to sign up for the show according to reports – but the former X Factor judge isn’t having any of it. Instead, she recently revealed she’s looking forward to releasing new music.
Samantha Fox
Various unconfirmed reports claim the 80s pop icon, who has previously turned down a spot on the show in the past, has finally signed on the dotted line this time round.
Wealdstone Raider
The Wealstone Raider, also known as Gordon Hill, the 49-year-old football fan that went viral in 2014, has repeatedly expressed his interest in starring on the show. Producers are yet to take him up on his offer.
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